Onondaga Lake Park
About
8-Mile Greenway Along Onondaga Lake
Onondaga Lake Park stretches 8 miles along the east shore of Onondaga Lake just northwest of Syracuse - one of Central New York's largest county parks. Paved trails, museums, playgrounds, picnic areas, and the Skä-noñh Great Law of Peace Center.
What Kids Can Do
The 8-mile paved East Shore Trail is perfect for biking, scootering, and stroller walks - flat and shaded most of the way. Multiple playgrounds along the trail. Salt Museum and Skä-noñh Great Law of Peace Center cover local Onondaga Nation and salt-industry history. Wegmans Boundless Playground inclusive play area at the south end. Lights on the Lake holiday drive-thru November-January [marked: Lights on the Lake requires advance ticket - regular park free year-round].
What's Included
Free day-use of trails, playgrounds, and shoreline. Museum admission separate ($3-5). Lights on the Lake separate ticket.
Experience
Plan 2-4 hours. Almost entirely outdoor with optional indoor museum stops. Stroller-friendly throughout. Free on-site parking at multiple lots. About 5 miles northwest of downtown Syracuse in Liverpool.